The gut-brain axis at work @jclinicalinvest jci.org/articles/view/ The gastrointestinal side effects of GLP-1 drugs are mediated by the brain, not the gut
Final Thoughts As outlined above, the side effects of GLP-1 medications typically occur within the first few weeks of starting the medication and tend to subside over time
[16] [17] Given that GLP-1 medications slow gastric emptying, adequate fibre and hydration help prevent constipation, a common side effect
Managing side effects GLP-1 side effects are the same regardless of where you purchased the medication
In contrast, many conventional "healthy" frozen meals or even some protein-marketed options fall below this ideal ratio, often due to lower protein counts or higher calorie densities from fats and carbohydrates
Real Results: A patient noticed significant hair shedding three months after starting GLP-1s and panicked, thinking the medication was toxic to her hair